The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane

There's a lot being said and shown about sex in our culture. Algorithms aren't delivering messages of sexual purity, freedom and health to teenagers. Quite the opposite. Yet purity is not an outdated idea, but it has been misunderstood.
Dannah Gresh, founder of True Girl, is back to help us communicate to our kids with truth and grace about sex. She shares her freedom story of how God redeemed her past and healed her heart. She's revised her bestselling book, And The Bride Wore White: Seven Truths to Live in Sexual Integrity No Matter What Your Past.
She walks through how the cultural conversation around sex and purity has shifted, what's at stake when moms stay silent, and how parents can talk to their kids about dating, modesty, and sexual integrity without legalism or fear. You won't want to miss this practical and biblical wisdom about a sensitive but needed topic. In today's conversation, you'll learn:
1:43 — Why Dannah refreshed The Bride Wore White now
2:40 — The "silver letter" that changed everything
5:49 — Dannah's own story: falling short at 15 and finding healing
11:23 — "Sex is not a consumer good — it's a covenant good"
21:06 — The science of "sliding vs. deciding" in relationships
27:03 — What to do when your child is dating the wrong person
29:32 — How to teach girls dignity in a way that's actually attractive

Connect and find out more about Dannah Gresh, her ministry True Girl, and new book, And The Bride Wore White at https://mytruegirl.com/.
More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse.
Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook
Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email [email protected]
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Dallas Theological Seminary President, Dr. Mark Yarbrough, shares about keeping faith alive in the family. What does faith on fire look like? What if your faith is waning?
Dr. Yarbrough talks about his new book The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith. He shares how humility shaped a major family decision, why intentional parenting requires a plan, and the campfire story that launched his book. Join us for a great episode that will help you rekindle your fire for Jesus.
1:47 Mark reveals he just became a grandparent two weeks ago
3:25 He gave every family member veto power over his seminary presidency decision
5:58 Why Jesus used a child as the picture of humility (not innocence — dependence)
10:49 His mentor Howard Hendricks leans over his desk: "The Bible was not written to satisfy your curiosity. It was written to change your life."
15:21 Parenting is one of God's greatest schools — and your kids expose everything
17:05 If you don't have an intentional plan to raise your child, you will not hit the goal
24:04 The campfire moment: what sparked Mark's book
35:30 The costs of staying quiet

Connect with Dr. Mark Yarbrough, president of Dallas Theological Seminary: https://www.dts.edu/
Get Mark’s book, The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith: https://www.amazon.com/Rekindled-Heart-Essentials-Reviving-Faith/dp/0802437710

More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse.
Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook
Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email [email protected]
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How can you pursue change as a mom without being crushed by guilt or shame?
Abbey Wedgeworth brings a needed message: We don't need more willpower. We need the power of the Gospel.
Sharing from her book, Help, I'm Ruining My Kids, Abbey talks about her own experience with poor postpartum mental health, the pull between shame and blame, and why our weakness is not the enemy we think it is. If you've ever felt like you're failing your kids, this conversation will point you to the real hope in Jesus. On today's episode, we're talking honestly about:
4:06 The "pendulum from shame to blame" — and what the Gospel offers instead
9:03 "We hate our weakness and tolerate our sin" — the powerful flip we need
10:20 Equating competence with righteousness — and learning to choose kindness over capability
19:00 Abbey opens up about postpartum suicidal ideations and how the Gospel gave her courage to get help
23:08 Running for the joy set before us — how a fitness competition became a spiritual metaphor
29:33 What your kids actually need isn't a mom who stops yelling — it's a mom who hungers for righteousness
37:39 The "3 to 5 method" for getting into scripture even in your most exhausted seasons (you'll love this)
Learn more about Abbey Wedgeworth and her book, Help I'm Ruining My Kids https://www.abbeywedgeworth.com/
Connect with Abbey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abbeywedgeworth/
More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse.
Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook
Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email [email protected]
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Moms carry a lot on their shoulders from meal planning to sports shuttling, boo-boo kissing to homework prodding. What would happen in the home if mom didn't do all the things?
In this Mother's Day episode, Arlene brings a message to make moms laugh and hopefully make them feel wildly appreciated. But she'll also share the dangers of being a helicopter mom and doing too much for your kids.
You'll hear personal stories of how she has seen her kids grow up - and what has worked to make them truly ready for life. No matter your parenting style, if you're married or single, this episode will remind you what's most important in your family. This message was originally recorded at Bonita Valley Community Church in San Diego.
1:30 What would actually happen if mom didn’t show up?
5:20 Why your son needs you to step back - kids learn to problem solve in your absence
7:40 Launching adults requires less rescuing
8:50 The link between helicopter parents and socially anxious kids
11:30 Stop asking social media for advice - ask the generation ahead of you instead
13:33 What does the Bible say about launching kids into adulthood?
18:30 What to do if your child says he doesn’t want to go to school
20:00 When Ethan broke his leg in kindergarten - and how it taught Arlene to let go
23:30 I don’t want to carpool with that kid!
25:30 What is your highest goal as a parent?
29:50 Raising kids in Digital Babylon - what that means and what's at stake
32:00 A special word for the single mom - you're not alone

More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse.
Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook
Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email [email protected]
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Kristen Jenson, founder of Defend Young Minds and author of the bestselling Good Pictures, Bad Pictures series, joins Arlene to talk about her newest book written specifically for girls. She unpacks why girls are more vulnerable to pornography than most parents realize and how early, calm conversations are the most powerful protection a parent can give. This episode will give you the tools needed to understand and approach this topic with your kids without fear or shame.

4:37 Pornography isn't just video — romance novels count too
7:43 Navigating wanting to protect your child's innocence
10:48 Keeping your daughter stay safe, smart, and confident
16:45 How to explain objectification to an 8-year-old
20:42 The thinking brain vs. the feeling brain explained
26:04 What to do if your daughter has already been exposed to pornography

Learn more about Kristen A. Jenson of Defend Young Minds and the book, Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guide for Girls: www.defendyoungminds.com/books
My kid saw porn - now what? https://www.defendyoungminds.com/help-heal
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYM/
Instagram: @defendyoungminds
X: @defendYM
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/defend-young-minds/

More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse.
Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook
Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email [email protected]
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.